The Book of Greens: A Cook's Compendium of 40 Varieties, from Arugula to Watercress, with More Than 175 Recipes [A Cookbook] - Hardcover

Louis, Jenn; Squires, Kathleen

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 160774984X ISBN 13: 9781607749844

Publisher: Ten Speed Press, 2017

Synopsis

From one of Portland, Oregon’s most acclaimed chefs comes an IACP award-winning encyclopedic reference to the world of greens, with more than 175 creative recipes for every meal of the day.

For any home cook who is stuck in a “three-green rut”—who wants to cook healthy, delicious, vegetable-focused meals, but is tired of predictable salads with kale, lettuce, cabbage, and the other usual suspects—The Book of Greens has the solution. Chef Jenn Louis has compiled more than 175 recipes for simple, show-stopping fare, from snacks to soups to mains (and even breakfast and dessert) that will inspire you to reach for new greens at the farmers’ market, or use your old standbys in new ways. Organized alphabetically by green, each entry features information on seasonality, nutrition, and prep and storage tips, along with recipes like Grilled Cabbage with Miso and Lime, Radish Greens and Mango Smoothie, and Pasta Dough with Tomato Leaves.

Winner of the 2018 International Association of Culinary Professionals (IACP) Cookbook Award for "Health & Special Diet" category

Finalist for the 2018 James Beard Foundation Book Awards for "Vegetable-Focused Cooking" category

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About the Author

JENN LOUIS is the chef/owner of the Portland, Oregon, restaurants Lincoln and Sunshine Tavern. A Food & Wine Best New Chef and a James Beard Foundation Award semifinalist for Best Chef Northwest, Louis's culinary career spans nearly two decades. In addition to operating two popular restaurants, Louis is also the proprietor of Culinary Artistry, a full-service catering company and one of the top event planning companies in Portland. Louis has appeared on Top Chef Masters, as well as ABC's The Chew, and her work has also been featured in the Wall Street Journal, Food + Wine, Bon Appetit, the New York Times, and Shape, among others. She has appeared at notable culinary events across the US, including the SoBe Wine & Food Festival, FEAST Portland, and the Food + Wine Classic in Aspen. Her first cookbook, Pasta by Hand, was nominated for an IACP Award.

KATHLEEN SQUIRES is a freelance food writer whose work has appeared in the Wall Street Journal, Saveur, National Geographic Traveler, Time Out New York, and New York Magazine.

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pesto 101 

One of the greatest uses of greens is making pesto. The classic Genoese sauce is made with basil, nuts, garlic, and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese. But it’s not just for basil. You can use countless greens to make a pesto, and it’s a great way to add fresh flavors to anything from pasta to soup to flatbreads. 

Just keep in mind a few things: 
Always use oil. 
Add lemon juice of vinegar for brightness. 
Use garlic to taste. 
Bitter greens can work well as long as they are properly balanced with fat and acid. 
For the best texture, stick to the less-watery types that I have suggested. 

NOTE: I’ve aligned my favorite flavor combinations (i.e., cilantro + pumpkin seeds + Cotija cheese), but feel free to mix and match! 

follow this basic recipe, and you have pesto. 
Combine 1/2 cup nuts, 2 cloves garlic, and 1-1/2 teaspoons salt in a food processor and pulse until finely chopped. With a rubber spatula, scrape down the sides of the bowl, then add the greens, 1/2 cup [120 ml] of olive oil, and the cheese or dairy. Continue to pulse, stopping occasionally to scrape down the sides of the bowl, until the greens are coarsely chopped. Turn the processor back on and add another 1/4 cup [60 ml] olive oil and any remaining ingredients, processing until the mixture is finely chopped but not fully pureed. Turn the food processor off and scrape down the sides of the bowl several times during the process. The ingredients should be fully incorporated, with enough oil to hold the sauce together without being runny. 

To store, transfer to an airtight container and drizzle just enough oil over the top to cover. This will prevent the pesto from oxidizing and turning brown. Use immediately, refrigerate for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 1 month. To thaw, place in the refrigerator overnight or until fully thawed.

Edition details

• Publisher: Ten Speed Press
• Publication date: 2017
• ISBN 10: 160774984X
• ISBN 13: 9781607749844
• Binding: Hardcover
• Language: English
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 328